Sears Kenmore Refrigerator User manual

Record Your Model and Serial Numbers .............. Cover
Important Safety Instructions ....................................... 2
First Steps ....................................................................... 3
Energy Saving Ideas ...................................................... 4
Setting the Controls ...................................................... 4
Fresh Food Storage ........................................................ 5
Automatic Ice and Water Dispenser ......................... 6-9
Care and Cleaning .................................................. 10-11
Removing the Handles and Doors .............................. 12
Avoid Service Checklist ......................................... 13-16
Normal Operating Sounds .......................................... 16
Sears Service ................................................................ 17
Warranty ..................................................................... 18
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Read and Save These instructions
This Owner's Guide provides specific operating instructions for your model, Useyour refrigerator only asinstructed in this
guide These instructions are not meant to cover everypossible condition and situation that may occur,,Common sense
and caution must be practiced when installing, operating, and maintaining any appliance
Record Your Model and Serial Numbers
Record the model and serial number in the space provided below The serial plate islocated on the top left wail of the
refrigerator compartment
Model Number: _t00%
Serial Number: _tI_YI:_P_
Purchase Date: 50%PO_.COHSUH_RER
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.
PIN 218778000 (970t)

important Safety
nnstructions
Avoid fire hazard or
electric shock° Do not use an extension
cord or an adapter plug Do not remove
any prong from the power cord.
Grounding type
wall receptacle
Do not, under
Power supply
cord with 3-prong
grounding plug
Read all instructions before using this refrigerator.
For Your Safety
Do not store, or usegasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity
ofthis or anyother appliance Readproduct labelsfor flammability and other warnings
Child Safety
• Destroy carton, plastic bags, and any exterior wrapping material immediately
after refrigerator is unpacked, Children should never use these items for play
Cartons covered with rugs, bedspreads, plastic sheets or stretch wrap may
become airtight chambers, and can quickly cause suffocation
• Remove all staples from carton. Staples can cause severe cuts, and destroy
finishes if they come in contact with other appliances of furniture
• An empty, discarded ice box, refrigerator, or' freezer is a very dange[ous
attraction to children. Remove door of any appliance that is not in use,
even if it is being discarded,
° Carefully read and follow child safety precautions in the pamphlet enclosed with
your new refrigerator.. It is published by the Association of Home Appliance
Manufacturers
Electrical Information
These guidelines must be followed to ensure that safety mechanisms in the
design of this refrigerator will operate properly.
•Refrigerator must be plugged into its own 115 Volt, 60 Hz, AC only
electrical outlet. The power cord of the appliance is equipped with a three-
prong grounding plug for your protection against shock hazards It must be
plugged directly into a properly grounded three-prong receptacle The
receptacle must be installed in accordance with local codes and ordinances
Consult aqualified electrician. DO NOTUSEAN EXTENSIONCORD ORADAPTER
PLUG.
• If voltage varies by 10 percent or more, perfo_rnance of your refrigerator may
be affected Operating _efrigerator with insufficient power can damage
compressor. Such damage is not covered under your warranty If you suspect
your voltage is high or low, consult your power company fo_ testing
• To prevent refrigerator from being turned off accidentally, do not plug unit into
an outlet controlled by a walt switch or' pul! cor&
• Do not pinch, knot, or bend power cord in any manner..
Other Precautions
• Never unplug refrigerator bypulling on power cord Always grip plug firmly, and
pull straight out from receptacle.
• Toavoid electricalshock, unplug refrigerator before cleaning and before replacing
a light bulb. Note: Turning control to OFFturns off compressor, but does not
disconnect power to light bulb or other electrical components
o Do not operate refrigerator in the presence of explosive fumes
• Avoid contact with any moving parts of automatic ice maker

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First Steps
ROLLER ADJUSTING
BOLT
Adjusting Front Rollers
Replacing Toe Grill
ThisOwner's Guide provides specific operating instructions for your model Usethe
refrigerator only as instructed in this Owner's Guide. Before starting the
refrigerator, follow these important first steps:
Location
•Choose a place that is near a grounded electrica_ out_et DO NOT use an
extension cord or adapter plug.
• If possible, place refrigerator out of direct sunlight and away from range,
dishwasher, or other heat sources.
• Refrigerator must be installed on a floor that is level and strong enough to
support a fully loaded refrigerator
• Consider water supply availability for automatic ice maker
Installation
° Donot install refrigerator where temperature will drop below 60°F (15°C) or rise
above 1I0°F(43°C). Compressorwillnotbeableto maintain proper temperatures.
• In a recessedinstallation, allow an extra 112inch (I0_I 5 ram) on each side for
easeof installation
: Topermit proper door swing, if the hinge side of the unit will be placed against
a wall, allow a I 314 inch (44 ram) space between wall and refrigerator.
Door Opening
Forbest use of drawers and freezer basket, refrigerator should be in a position
where both refrigerator and freezer doors can be opened about 135°
Leveling
• Refrigerator must beleveledwith allbottom corners resting firmly on a solidfloor
Adjust front rollers to level cabinet both front-to-rear and side-to-side Keep
cabinet aslow aspossible for stability Neveradjust cabinetrollers so frontislower
than rear.
° To adjust front rollers: Open refrigerator and freezer doors. Remove toe grill
by pulling it straight out. Adjust rollers byturning each roller adjusting bolt with
an adjustable wrench, a socket wrench, or a nutdriver until refrigerator islevet
and stable Rearrollers are not adjustable.
o Check both doors to be sure sealstouch cabinet evenly on alt four sides..
• tffreezer door ishigher than refrigerator door, raiseright comer and/or lower teft
corner until doors align acrosstop of cabinet
• If refrigerator door ishigher than freezer door, raiseleft corner and/or lower right
corner until doors align acrosstop of cabinet,
•To replace toe grill: Line up tabs with holes, and push grill straight on.
Cleaning
= Wash the inside, all removable parts, and the outside with mild detergent and
warm water Wipe dry. DO NOT USE HARSH CLEANERS ON THESE
SURFACES.
• Do not userazor blades or other sharp instruments that can scratch appliance
surface, when removing adhesive labels. Any glue left from tape or energy label
can be removed with a mixture of warm water and mild detergent, or touch
residue with sticky side of tape already removed
° DO NOT REMOVESERIALPLATE.

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Energy Saving Ideas •Install the refrigerator in the coolest part of the room, out of direct sunlight and
away from heating ducts of registers Do not place the refrigerator next to heat-
producing appliances such asa range, oven or dishwasher tf this isnot possible,
a section of cabff_etryor an added layer of insulation between the two appliances
will help the refrigerator operate more efficiently
Levelthe refrigerator sothe doors close tightly
• Refer to this Owner's Guide for the suggested refrigerator settings
°Periodic cleaning of the condenser will help the refrigerator run more efficiently
SeeOutside in the "Care and CLeaning" section
°Do not overcrowd the refrigerator or block cold air vents Doing so causesthe
refrigerator to run longer and usemore energy Shelvesshould not be lined with
aluminum foil, wax paper or paper toweling_ Liners interfere with cold air
circulation, making the refrigerator lessefficient, which could causefood spoilage
°Cover foods and wipe containers dry before placing them in the refrigerator This
cuts down on moisture build-up insidethe unit
• Organize the refrigerator to reduce door openings Remove as many items as
needed at one time and close the door assoon as possible
Setting the Contro!s
Refrigerator Control
Freezer Control
Cool Down Period
Toensure safefood storage, allow the refrigerator to operate with the doors closed
for at least 8 to 12 hours before loading with food
Refrigerator Control
° The refrigeratorcontrol should be set at the rnidpoinL of the diat for a trial period
of 24 hours
•After 24 hours, adjust the control asneeded Forcolder temperatures, turn the
dial a notch toward COLDEST.For warmer temperatures, turn the dial a notch
toward COLD. Adjust temperatures by one increment at a time
Freezer Control
° The freezer control should be set at the midpoint of the dial for a trial period of
24 hours
= After 24 hours, adjust the control asneeded. Forcolder temperatures, turn the
dial a notch toward COLDEST, For warmer temperatures, turn the dial a notch
toward COLD=Adjust temperatures by one increment at a time.
Note: When first setting the controls or when changing a setting, wait 24 hours
for the temperature to stabilize before making additional changes
Turning the freezer control may change temperatures in both compartments For
example, if the freezer control isturned to a colder setting, the refrigerator control
may have to be adjusted to a warmer one. Turning the refrigerator control will
change only the refrigerator temperature.
IMPORTANT: If the freezer control is turned to OFF, cooling stops in both
compartments.
You may hear the "Frost Free" system working. A fan circulates air in the
refrigerator and freezer compartments. Forgood circulation and maintenance of
proper cooling temperatures, do not block cold air vents with food items Water
draining into the defrost water pan and hissing sounds are normal during the
automatic "Frost Free" cycle

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Fresh Food Storage
RemoveShippingClips
Cantilever Shelf
CHILLEDAIRCONTROL
,'x
Chilled Air Control
Shelf Adjustment
Refrigerator shelves are easily adjusted to suit individual needs Before adjusting
shelves, remove all food The shipping clips that stabilize the shelves for shipping
may be removed and discarded
Toadjust the cantilever shelves(shelvessupported at the rear of the refrigerator),
lift the back of the shelf up and out.. Replace shelf by inserting hooks at rear into
slots Lower and lock into position
SpillsafeTM glass shelves catch and hold accidental spills In some models, the
SpillsafeTM shelves slideout for easyaccessto food and fast cleaning, The shelves
slide out independently of the cantilever bracket. Just puf! front of shelf forward
Shelf can be extended asfar asstopper will allow and isnot removable from the
cantilever bracket,
Door Storage
Door bins and shelvesare provided for convenient storage of jars, bottles and cans
Items used often are available for quick selection.
The door binscan be moved to suit individual needs. Removebins by lifting straight
up Placebins in the desired position and lower over the supports
The Dairy compartment iswarmer than the general food storage section and is
intended for short term storage of cheese, spreads, or butter.
Crisper
The Crisper drawer, located under the bottom refrigerator shelf, isfor storing fruits
and vegetables, Most produce should be washed in clear water and drained before
placing in this drawer. Itemswith strong odors or high moisture should bewrapped
before storing°
Meat Keeper
The Meat Keeper islocated at the bottom of the refrigerator The temperature in
this compartment can be made colder than the rest of the refrigerator compart-
ment by sliding the Chilled Air Control knob within the COLDESTor COLD range.
Meat will be partially frozen and may be kept fresh longer than if stored on a
refrigerator shelf
Before placing items in the Meat Keeper, follow these stepsto keep the meat fresh:
1 Carefully hahdle meat with clean hands and always keep the compartment
clean,
2. Store meat in its original wrapper If necessary, wrap in plastic wrap or foil to
prevent drying Wrap fish tightly to prevent odor transfer to other foods
3 If spoilage ever occurs, disinfect the compartment with liquid chlorine bleach
following label directions. Then rinse with a solution of baking soda and water
Rinsewith clear water and dry
Freezer Basket
A slide-out wire basket (some models have two) hangs below the bottom freezer
shelf This basket provides easy accessto frozen food packages

Automatic ice and
Water Dispenser
Crushed Ice Selector
Dispenser Selector
Theiceand water dispenser on the freezer door conveniently dispenses chilled water
and icecubes Tooperate the dispenser, slidethe knob to the selection of yourchoice
and pressa glassagainst the dispensing arm, asshown Be sure to hold the glass as
far up as possible to catch all cubes To stop dispensing, pull glass away from
dispensing arm Releasedispensing arm before the glass isfull, but do not remove
the glass until the ice hascompletely dispensed
To determine the coarseness of crushed ice, select a setting on the Crushed Ice
Selector, located inside the freezer on front cover of icestorage bin
A small heated area beneath the dispenser floor catches and evaporates small spills
Do not pour water or excess cubes into this area because there is no drain
Light
The dispenser hasa light which can be turned on and off by sliding the knob to the
desired position, The light also turns on automatically when ice and/or water is
dispensed, Replacelight bulb with an appliance bulb of the same wattage
How the Water Dispenser Works
The water tank islocated behind the drawers in the refrigerator' compartment, As
the water isdispensed, the tank isautomatically refilled, Forproper operation of the
dispenser, the supply water pressure must fall between 30 psi and 120 psi
After the refrigerator is installed and the plumbing connections are complete, the
water tank should be filled by drawing one glass of water This will take about
1_/2minutes Then, draw and discard 7 more glassesto be sure that the tank and
plumbing connections are rinsed of any impurities
To ensure fresh-tasting water, plan to usethe dispenser' every day If the water
dispenser has not been usedfor a week or more, draw and discard 7-8 glassesto
freshen the tank supply_
Pressglass against dispensing arm
Signal Arm
Ice Maker
How the ice Dispenser Works
The icemaker and icestorage bin are locatedin the top left corner of the freezer
compartment After the refrigerator isinstalledproperly and has cooled for severa!
hours, the icemaker can begin making ice To begin ice production, lower the wire
signalarm to the °down" or ON position As cubesare made, they are stored inthe
storage bin Atthough it may take 1 or 2 days to fill the bin, the dispenser may be
usedafter the first batch of iceismade Theicemaker turns off automatically when
the icestorage bin isfull,
Because of new plumbing connections, the first production of ice cubes may be
discolored or have an odd flavor, These should be discarded until the cubes made
are free of discoloration and taste _ Remember, water quality
determines your ice quality tt isbest to connect the ice maker to water that isnot
softened Chemicals from a malfunctioning softener can damage the icemaker If
icemaker isconnected to soft water, ensure the softener ismaintained and working
properly,
To stop the ice maker, lift the wire signal arm until it clicks and locks in the "up" or
OFFposition

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Water Dispenser
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Ice Dispenser Tips
1 lee cubes stored too long may develop an odd flavor Emptythe container and
return it to the proper position The ice maker wilt then produce more ice
2, Occasionally shake the container to keep iceseparated
3.. tf the dispensing arm ispushed in for more than 4 minutes, the dispenser motor
may overload and stop, Theoverload protector will reset automatically after 3
or 4 minutes, If a large quantity of ice isneeded at one time, it isbest to remove
cubes directly from the ice storage bin,
4, Certain sounds are normal when the ice maker is operating They are:
• Motor operation
, Ice being loosened from the tray
• Ice dropping into the storage bin
° Running water
, Water valve opening or closing
Formore information on these operations, see "Normal Operating Sounds."
5. Stop the ice maker when cleaning the freezer or for long vacations..
6. If the icemaker isto beturned off for along period of time, turn thewater supply
valve to the closed position.
Do not use the ice
chute as ahandle when removing
or replacing the ice storage bin.
Surfaces there may be sharp.
DO NOT PUT FINGERS UP ICE CHUTE
SURFACES THERE MAY BE SHARP
MECH^NISM
Cleaning the Ice Dispenser
Clean the dispenser and icestorage bin at regular intervals, particularly before you
take a vacation or move, or if the ice dispenser sticks.
Stop ice production by lifting the wire signal arm to the "up" or OFFposition
2 Removeicestorage bin by lifting up and out. Empty and carefully clean the bin
with mild detergent Do not submerge the bin while cleaning Rinsewith clear
water. Do not use harsh or abrasive cleaners. Allow ice bin to dry completely
before replacing in the freezer
3 Removeice chips and clean the shelf and chute that supports the ice storage
bin.
4 Replacethe ice storage bin Lower the wire signal arm on the ice maker to the
"down" or ON position and the ice maker will resume production
IMPORTANT; When removing or replacing the ice bin, do not rotate the auger
in the ice bin. If the auger isaccidentally turned, you must realign the auger by
turning it in 90° turns until the icebin fits into place with the drive mechanism.
Forfurther instruction, seethe label on the ice bucket
Remove and empty the ice storage bin if:
t An extended power failure (one hour or longer) causes ice cubes in the ice
storage bin to melt and freeze together and jam the dispenser mechanism
2 Theicedispenser isnot usedfrequently Icecubes will freeze together in the bin
and jam the dispenser mechanism Remove the ice storage bin and shake to
loosen the cubes
NEVER usean ice pick or similar sharp instrument to break up the ice This could
damage the ice storage bin and dispenser mechanism
Repositioning the Auger Kenmore Ice and Water Filter (some models)
NOTE', if you purchased a refrigerator with a Kenmore Ice and Water
ease read the foilo,wincl use and care information.
This iceand water filter systemfilters water to your icemaker and water dispenser,
It islocated in the upper right back corner of the fresh food compartment (seeFigure
1 on the following page ).
System Startup:
Water supply does not need to be turned off, however do not use ice and water
dispenserwhile installing filter Referto Figure t asyou complete these instructions.

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Water Dispenser
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1 Take filter cartridge, large O-ring, and wrench from parts bag in crisper pan.
2 Set ice maker lever (signal arm) to the OFF(up) position
3. Unscrew filter cup, counterclockwise (Figure l) If you have trouble unscrewing
cup, usethe cup removal wrench included in parts bag (Figure 2)
4, You must replace existing large O-ring on filter housing First remove old ring
and discard. (You may need to usea toothpick to get under ring NOTE: Use
caution so that groove that holds ring is not damaged!) Carefully remove
new O-ring from sealed bag, Gently roll O-ring into place, into containment
groove above threads.
5. Removepackaging from filter cartridge,
6, Placefilter cartridge in cup The end with the small o-ring should beup, out of
the cup.
7. Screw cup, with filter, back onto housing DO NOTUSEWRENCHTO REINSTALL
CUP Filtercartridge will self-align ascup istightened Be sure cup iscompletely
tightened with Kenmore Logo facing outward DO NOT TIGHTEN PAST
STOP
8. Set ice maker lever to the ON (down) position
9 Check for leaks. Open refrigerator doo_ Wipe any water drops from filter cup
Run a glass of water. If there is a leak; unscrew filter cup, and reinsert filter
cartridge Check placement of large O-ring (seedirections following). Reinstall
filter cup,
10. To condition filter system and purge air from water line, run several glasses
of water through water dispenser. This wili also assure the purest water
possibte isstored in water tank
Figure 1
Water Filter" Wrench
Rememberto keepyourwrench handy!
Figure 2
Filter Housing
Small O-rinc
Cartridge
j_ Filter Cup
TWIST TO REMOVE

Automatic Ice and
Water Dispenser
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Order new filter cartridges through the
dealer where you bought the
refrigerator, or contact the Sears
Service Center at:
1_800-366-7278
It might be good to order some filters
when you first install your refrigerator_
Changing the Filter and Large O-Ring:
Water quality varies throughout the world To ensure the highest possible water
quality, change water filter and O-ring every 6 months AIso, if filter has been in a
refrigerator that hasnot been inusefor awhile (during moving for example), change
filter before reinstalling refrigerator. Note dispenser system will also operate
without filtration (with filter cartridge removed)
To change filter and large O-ring:
Refer to Figure l asneeded
t Set ice maker lever (wire signal arm) to the OFF(up) position.
2 Hold filter cup firmly, and unscrew counter clockwise (Figure 1), Use cup
removal wrench if necessary (Figure 2). (Some water could leak out as you
remove cup, This is normal) Filter cartridge will come down with cup. If
cartridge remains in housing, pull down gently, while twisting filter back and
forth
3. Replace largeO-ring on filter housing Firstremove old ring and discard, (You
may need to use a toothpick to get under ring NOTE: Use caution so that
neither ring, nor groove that holds ring are damaged!) Carefully
remove new O-ring from sealed bag. Gently roll O-ring into place, into
containment groove above threads.,
4, Empty cup of any substance,
5, Discard old filter cartridge.
6 Remove new filter cartridge from packaging, and install See Steps 6-10 in
"System Startup"
As a reminder to change your filter and OMng, set control box marker 6 months
from date of replacement (Figure 3).
If you replace filter in
JUN, set marker to
DEC.
Figure 3

Care and CJeaning
Damp objects stick to cold 1
metal surfaces Do not touch refrigerated
surfaces with wet or damp hands
_l_lTo avoid damage and help
the refrigerator run as efficiently as
possible, clean the condenser and air
vents periodically,
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Air Vents on Lower Access Panel
Keep your refrigerator and freezer clean to prevent odor build-up Wipe up any spills
immediately and clean both sections at least twice a year Never use metallic
scouring pads, brushes, abrasivecleanersor strong alkaline solutions on anysurface
Do not wash any removable parts in a dishwasher
Always unplug the power cord from the wall outlet before cleaning_
NOTE; Turning the control to OFFdoes not disconnect power to the controls, light
bulb, or other electrical components
Inside
Wash insidesurfaces of the refrigerator and freezer with asolution of 2 tablespoons
baking soda in 1 quart warm water. Rinse and dry thoroughly Be sure to wring
excesswater out of sponge or*cloth before cleaning around the controls, light bulb,
or any electrical parts,
Wash removable parts such asshelvesand drawers with baking sodasolution or mild
detergent and warm water DO NOT USEHARSHCLEANERSON THESESURFACES
Rinseand dry thoroughly. Clean the door gaskets with mild suds, rinse with clear
water and wipe dry Do not use razor blades or other sharp instruments which can
scratch the appliance surface when removing adhesive labels Any glue left from the
tape or energy label can be removed with a mixture of warm water and mild
detergent, or, touch the glue with the sticky side of tape already removed DO NOT
REMOVETHESERIALPLATE
Outside
Wash the cabinet and handleswith warmwater and mild liquid detergent Rinsewell
and wipe dry with a clean soft cloth Do not use commercial household cleaners,
ammonia, or alcohol to clean handles
Removeany dust or dirt from the front of the toe grill using a vacuum cleaner with
its dusting tool attachment Removethetoe grill by pulling it straight out Whilethe
grill is removed, vacuum the backside of the grill and wipe with a sudsy cloth or
sponge. Periodically clean the condenser (black tubes and wires beneath the
refrigerator, behind the toe grill) Donot altow lint or dust to accumu late on the coils
Insert a long handled brush or vacuum attachment between the two coils to bring
the lint forward To replacethe toe grill, line up tabs with holes and push griil straight
on. _ Use caution when cleaning in the area of the coils, Surfaces
there may be sharp.
The air vents on the lower accesspanel at the rear of the refrigerator should be
cleaned periodically. Cleanthe vents by using a vacuum cleaner with its dusting toot
attachment. When moving the refrigerator, pull straight out Do not shift the
refrigerator from sideto sideasthis may tear or gouge the floor covering Becareful
not to move the refrigerator beyond plumbing connections.
Replacing the Light Bulb
To replace the light bulb in either compartment:
1 Unplug refrigerator.
2,, Wear gloves as protection against possible broken glass,
3 Replaceold bulb with an appliance bulb of the same wattage
4 Remember to plug refrigerator back in
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Vacation and Moving Tips
Short vacations: Leavethe refrigerator operating during vacations of 3 weeks or
less, Use up all perishable items from the refrigerator section Wrap and store
other items in the freezer Turn off the automatic ice maker, even if you will be
gone just a few days
Long vacations: Removeall food and iceif you will be gone I month or more°Turn
the controls to OFFand disconnect the power° Turn off the automatic icemaker
and turn the water supply valve to the closed position Clean the interior
thoroughly Leave both doors open to prevent odor and mold buiid-up Block
open if necessary
Moving: When moving the refrigerator, follow these guidelinesto prevent damage:
• Remove allfood and other items from both the refrigerator and freezer
compartments Empty the ice storage bin
= if ahand truck isused in moving, load the refrigerator from the side
= Turn the roflersasfar up aspossible Thiswill protect them during sliding or moving
o The cabinet should be welt padded and handled with care DO NOT DROP.
The water tank should be emptied to prevent water from standing for a period of
time or freezing during colder temperatures To drain the tank, follow the_esteps:
I Unplug refrigerator, Carefully move refrigerator away from wall Becareful not
to move refrigerator beyond plumbing connections
2 Turn off household water line valve that supplies water to refrigerator
3 Disconnect refrigerator water supply line from household water source Some
water remaining in line may be spilled out
4 Placea large pan, with at least a 3-quart capacity, behind refrigerator next to
water solenoid valve
5 Disconnect water tank inlet lines at water solenoid valve Water will spill out
when water line iscompletely removed Putwater tank intet line into pan to catch
drainage,
6 After drainage has stopped, reconnect water tank inlet line to water solenoid
valve Some water may remain in water tank If unit freezes, the small amount
of water left should not cause a problem
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Removing the Handles
and Doors
Illustration I
Illustration 2
Door Tube-- ! Ink Marl{
_ -'_" Collar
Door Elbow j %
If it is necessary to move reh'igerator through narrow doorways, follow
these steps to remove refrigerator and freezer handles and/or doors.
To Remove Handles
Full-length Trim
I Using a putty knife, carefully slide corner of the blade under trim Slide blade
down until you find trim lock Carefully maneuver blade against trim lock from
the side, as shown Note: Pressing down on trim lock from above wift not
releaseit
2, Carefully pushputty knife firmly against trim lock, and twist gently Trirn lock will
snap free from door (Eachtrim piece will have two trim locks)
3 Grasp trim, and pull up away from handle using a slight side-to-side motion
4, Removescrews attaching handle to door,
5, Repeat these steps for each handle end Keep screws and trim pieces
5 To replacehandles, line up handle with screw holes, insert screws and tighten
Slideupper and lower'trim piecesback on handle ends, and snap trim locksback
into holes on door front
To Remove Doors
Before removing doors, be sure freezer control is turned to OFF. Remove all food
from doors, and unplug refrigerator Remove toe grill
Trace around the hinges with a soft lead pencil This will make it easier to realign
the doors when they are replaced Completely remove one door before starting
removal of the other.
Freezer Door:
I_ Removetoe grill (SeeOutside in "Care and Cleaning" section )
2 Removewiring cover located over lower hinge of fieezer door Cover isheld in
place by a single screw. (Illustration I)
3, Disconnect wiring harness plug (connector). Position yourself to be able to place
your thumbs on the flat sidesof eachconnector piece Bend both parts back and
forth, Then with a firm grasp, pull the two pieces apart (illustration I)
4 Todisconnect water line,hold water line elbow and push in on gray collar, forcing
elbow down, off from tube that runs into door
5 Placeastrip of tape along door bottom, over lower hinge and up the sideof door
This will hold hinge in place when door is removed
6. Remove_ bolt of lower hinge Loosen, but DO NOT REMOVEbottom bolt of
lower hinge,
7 Removetop hinge cover by lifting back of cover and sliding forward Removethe
three screws holding upper hinge DO NOT remove hinge bracket from door
Swing door open to 135°.
8 Carefully lift door up and off loosened lower hinge bolt (Illustration 2)
Refrigerator Door:
I. Remove top hinge cover by lifting back of cover and sliding forward Remove
three screws holding the upper hinge.. DONOTremove hinge bracket from door
Swing door open to 135°.
2.. Removetoj2 bolt of lower hinge Loosen, but DO NOT REMOVE bottom bolt of
lower hinge
3, Carefully lift door up and off loosened lower hinge boil
Store doors in a safe place until refrigerator is moved to desired location, Keep all
hardware for reinstallation
To Reinstall Doors
To reinstall doors, reverse instructions used to remove doors Note: To reinstall
water line, push elbow up, onto door tube, until collar touches tube ink mark as
shown left,
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Avoid Service Checklist Before calling for service, review this list. It may saveyou time and expense This list
includes common occurrences that are not the result of defective workmanship or
materials in this appliance
OCCURRENCE SOLUTION
RUNNING OF REFRIGERATOR
Refrigerator compressor does not run, Freezer control is off Set freezer control See Setting the Controls°
Refrigerator is in defrost cycle This is normal for a fully automatic defrosting refrigerator The defrost
cycle occurs periodically_ lasting about 20 minutes
Plug at wall outlet is disconnected Make sure plug is tightly pushed into outlet
House fuse has blown or circuit breaker has tripped Check and/or replace fuse with a _5 amp time-
delay fuse Reset circuit breaker
Power outage Check house lights Call local electric company
Refrigerator runs too much or too
Iong_ Room or outside weather is hot tt is normal for the refrigerator to work longer under these conditions
Refrigerator has recently been disconnected for a period of time It takes about 8-12 hours for the
refrigerator to cool down completely
Automatic ice maker is operating Ice maker operation causes refrigerator to run slightly more
Doors are opened too frequently or too long Warm air entering the refrigerator causes it to run more
Open doors less often
Refrigerator or freezer door may be slightly open Make sure refrigerator is levet Keep food and
containers from blocking door See Occurrence section OPENING/CLOSINGOFDOORS/DRAWEeS_
Refrigerator control (found in refrigerator section) is set too cotd Set refrigerator control to a warmer
setting until refrigerator temperature is satisfactory Allow 24 hours for the temperature to stabilize
Refrigerator or freezer gasket is dirty, worn. cracked, or poorly fitted Clean or change gasket Leaks
in door seal will cause refrigerator to run longer in order to maintain desired temperatures
Refrigerator compressor goes on and Thermostat is keeping refrigerator at aconstant temperature This is normal Refrigerator goes on and
off frequently, off to keep temperature constant
TE.MPERATURE5 ARE TOO COLD
Temperature in freezer is too cold and Freezer control is set too cold Set freezer control to a warmer setting until freezer temperature is
refrigerator temperature is satisfactory Allow 24 hours for the temperature to stabilize Then, if refrigerator temperature is not
satisfactory° right, set refrigerator control to a colder setting
Temperature in refrigerator is too cold Refrigerator control is set too co_d Set refrigerator control to a warmer setting Allow 24 hours for
and freezertemperatureissatisfactery° temperatures to stabilize
Food stored in drawers freezes. Refrigerator control is set too cold See solution above
Food stored in Meat Keeper (some Meat should be stored at a temperature just below the freezing point of water (32_F, O°C) for
models) freezes maximum fresh storage time It is normal for ice crystals to form due to the moisture content of meat
Chilled Air Control set too cold Adjust Chilled Air Control to a tower setting
TEMPERATURES ARE TOO WARM
Temperature in freezer or
refrigerator is too warm, Doors are opened too frequently or too long Warm air enters the refrigerator whenever the door is opened Open the door tess often
Door is open slightly See Occurrence section OPI"-NiNG,/CLOSlNGOFDOORS/DRAWERS.
Condenser is dirty Clean condenser See "Outside" in Care and Cleaning
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OCCURRENCE
TEMPERATURES ARE TOO WARM
Temperature in freezer is too warm_
Temperature in the refrigerator is too
warm and the freezer temperature is
satisfactory.
SOLUTION
Freezer control is set too warm Set freezer controt to a cotder setting until freezer temperature is
satisfactory Allow 24 hours for the temperature to stabilize Then, if refrigerator temperature is
not right, set refrigerator control to a warmer setting
Refrigerator control is set too warm Set refrigerator controt to a coider setting Allow 24 hours for
the temperature to stabilize
Temperature in Meat Keeper (some
models) istoo warm, Chilled Air Control is set too warm Adjust Chilled Air Control to a colder setting
WATER/MOISTURE/FROST INSIDE REFRIGERATOR
Moisture collects on inside of refrigerator Weather ishot and humid, which increases rate of frost buildup and internal sweating This isnormal"
walls,
Door is slightly open See Occurrence OPENING/CLOSINGOFDOORS/ORAWERSo
Door is opened too often or too long Open door less often
Water collects on bottom side of drawer Vegetables contain and give off moisture It is not unusual to have moisture on the bottom side of
covert the cover
Water collects in bottom of drawer. Washed vegetables and fruits drain while in the drawer, Dry items before putting them into drawer
Water collecting in bottom of drawer is normal,
WATER/MOISTURE/FROST OUTSIDE REFRIGERATOR
Moisture forms on outside of refrigerator Weather is humid This is normal in humid weather When humidity is lower, the moisture should
or'between doors_ disappear
Door is slightly open, causing cold air from inside refrigerator to meet warm air from outside See
Occurrence section OPENtNG/CLOSENG OF DOORS/DRAWERS.
AUTOMATIC ICE MAKER (some models)
ice maker is not making any ice= Ice maker wire signal arm isin "up" or OFFposition Move wire signal arm to "down" or ON position
Household water line valve is not open Turn on household water line valve
Freezer is not cold enough See Occurrence section TEMPERATURESAR£TOOWARM,,
Saddle vane on cold water pipe is dogged or restricted by foreign material, Turn off household water
line valve Remove, dean or replace valve
Check to see if the water dispenser is dispensing water If not, the Kenmore ice & water filter is
clogged or restricted by foreign material, and must be replaced
Ice maker is not making enough ice. Icemaker is producing less ice than you expect, Ice maker should produce approximately
2 112 to 4 pounds of ice every 24 hours
Freezer is not cold enough See Occurrence section TEMPERATURESARETOOWARM_
Household Water line valve is not completely open Turn on household water fine valve
Check to see if water dispenser is dispensing slower than norma! If it is, replace the Kenmore filter
cartridge,
Ice maker will not stop making ice, Ice maker wire arm is being held down by some item in freezer, Move item, and retease arm Remove
any ice cubes frozen together over arm
Ice maker is not separating the cubes, ice cubes are not being used frequently enough Remove and shake ice bucket to separate cubes
If cubes are smaller than normal, or ho]low, the Kenmore filter could be clogged Replace filter
Ice has bad odor and taste. Ice has picked up odor or flavor from strong food stored in refrigerator or freezer, Cover foods tightly
Discard stale ice Ice maker will produce fresh supply
Water running to ice maker haspoortaste or odor,. Add filter to ice maker Consult awater purifying
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OCCURRENCE
ICE DISPENSER
Dispenser will not dispense ice,
ice dispenser is jammed.
WATER DISPENSER
Dispenser will not dispense water°
Water has an odd taste and/or odor,=
Water pressure is extremely Iow_
ODORS IN REFRIGERATOR
OPENINGICLOSING OF DOORS/DRAWERS
Door(s) will not close°
Drawers are difficult to move°
SOLUTION
Ice storage bin is empty When the first supply of ice isdropped into bin, dispenser should operate
Freezer temperature is set too warm Turn freezer control to a higher setting so that ice cubes will
be made When first supply of ice is made, dispenser should operate
Household water line valve is not open Open household water line valve, and allow sufficient time
for ice to be made When ice is made. dispenser should operate
Freezer door is not closed Be sure freezer door is closed
Ice dispensing arm has been held in for more than 4-5 minutes Motor is overloaded Motor
overload protector will reset in approximately 3 minutes Ice can then be dispensed
Ice has melted and frozen around auger due to infrequent use. temperature fluctuations, andlor
power outages Remove ice storage bin, thaw, and empty the contents Clean bin, wipe dry and
replace in proper position When new ice is made, dispenser should operate
Ice cubes are jammed between ice maker arm and back of bin Remove ice cubes that are jamming
dispenser
Ice cubes are frozen together Use the dispenser often so that cubes do not freeze together
If cubes are smaller than normal, or hollow, the Kenmorefilter could be clogged Replace filter
Dispensing system operates best at 30-100 psi water pressure _Well water system pressures
should fall within this range
Household water line valve is not open Open household water line valve See Occurrence "Ice
maker is not making any ice _
Freezer door is not closed Be sure freezer door is dosed
Kenmore filter is clogged, and must be replaced
Water has been in the tank for a period of time Draw and discard 7-8 glasses of water to freshen
the supply Draw and discard an additional 3-6 glasses to completely rinse out tank
Unit not properly connected to cold water fine Connect unit to cold water line that suppties water
to kitchen faucet
Tubing used in the household wate_ supply and installation of unit may affect water taste and
odor For bast results use copper tubing for water connection
Water has a high mineral content Contact water treatment plant for help
Have someone turn up the cut-off and cut-on pressure on the water pump system
Interior needs to be cleaned Clean interior with sponge, warm water, and baking soda
Food with strong odor is in refrigerator Cover food tightly
Door is not designed to swing shut automatically Close door securely
Door was closed too hard. causing other door to open slightly Close both doors gently
Refrigerator is not ]eve] It rocks on the floor when it is moved slightly Be sure floor is level and
solid, and can adequately support refrigerator Adjust rollers as needed
Floor is uneven or weak Refrigerator rocks on the floor when it is moved slightly Be sure floor
is level and can adequately support refrigerator Contact carpenter to correct sagging or sloping
floor
Refrigerator is touching the wall or cabinets Be sure floor is level, and can adequately support
refrigerator. Contact carpenter to correct sagging or sloping floor,
Food is touching sheff on top of drawer Keep less food in drawer
Track that drawers slides on is dirty Clean drawer, rollers, and track
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OCCURRENCE
LIGHT BULB IS NOT ON
SOLUTION
Light bulb is burned out. See "Replacing the Light Bulb" in Care and Cleaning,
Light switch B stuck Lightswitchislocatedon interiordoorframenexttothetemperaturecontrol
in each compartment Push in plunger to release
No electric current is reaching refrigerator See Occurrence section _UNN_N6o_ _EF_fGE_ATORo
Normal Operating
Sounds
AUTOMATIC iCE MAKER I
Occasionally you wit! hear ice
cubes dropping into the ice bin. t
]
EVAPORATOR FAN
You may hear air being forced
through the cabinet by the fan .
f EVAPORATOR
The flow of refrigerant through the
evaporator may create a boiling
or gurgling sound
DEFROST HEATER I
During defrost cycles, water dripping I/
onto the heater may cause a hissing }_
or sizzling sound. After defrosting, a |
popping sound may occur J
I ATER VALVE
When the ice maker fills with
water, you will hear a buzzing
sound and water running
CONDENSER FAN
You may hear the condenser'
fan cycling on and off
COLD CONTROL & DEFROST TIMER
These parts can produce a snapping
sound when turning the refdgeralor
on or of! The timer also produces
sounds similar to an electric clock
INSULATION
Rigid foam insulation has excellent
insulating capabilities. It is very
energy efficient; however, it does
have a tendency to amplify sound
Modem, hig h efficiency compressors
I operate much faster than older models
I The. cQmpressor may have a high-
I pitched hum or pulsating sound
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Sears Service "We ServiceWhat We Sell" isour assuranceyou can depend on Searsfor service
and Searsservice is nationwide, Your refrigerator has added value when you
consider that Sears has service units nationwide, staffed with professional
technicians specifically trained on Searsappliances and having parts, tools and
equipment to insure that we meet our pledge to you ,"We Service What We Sell "
Sears Maintenance Agreement
Maintain the value of your Kenmore® refrigerator with a Sears Maintenance
Agreement Searsrefrigerators are designed, manufactured, and tested for yearsof
dependable operation. Yet, any modern appliance may require service from time to
time
The SearsMaintenance Agreement
• Isyour way to buy tomorrow's serviceat today's price
•Eliminates repair bills resulting from normal use
• Allows for asmany service calls as required
• Providesfor service by professional Sears-trained technicians.
= Offers an annual preventive maintenance check-up at your request
This maintenance agreement does not cover original installation, reinstaltation, or
damage resulting from external causessuch asacts of God, abuse, theft, fire, flood,
wind, lightning, freezing, power failure, power reduction, etc, Please ask a
salespersonto seethe agreement for all of the terms and conditions
For the repair or replacement parts you neec ,_A_ililk_
delivereddirectlytoyourhome
Call7am- 7pm,7 daysaweek
1-800-366-PART
(%800-366-7278)
Paraordenarplezasconentregaa
domiclllo-1-800-659-7084
ForIn-housemajorbrandrepairservice
Call24hoursaday, 7 daysaweek
i-8OO-4-REPAIR
(t-aao-473-7247)
Para pedlr servlcIo de reparacl6n a
domlcllto - 1-800-676_5811
ForthelocationofaSearspartsand
Repair Centerin yourarea
Call24hoursa day, 7 daysaweek
1-800-488-1222
For information on purchasing a Sears
MaintenanceAgreementortoInquire
aboutanexistingAgreement
Call9am_5 pm,Monday.Saturday
1-800-827-6855
When requestingservice orordering
parts, alwaysprovide the fol!owlng
information:
• Product Type ,Part Number
• Model Number • Part Description
aq R8 '
SE/AVR,S
America'sRepairSpecialist_
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Refrigerator Warranty Full One-Year Warranty on Refrigerator
For one year from date of purchase, when this refrigerator is
operated and maintained according to the instructions
provided in this Owner's Guide, Sears will repair this
refrigerator, free of charge, if defective in material or
workmanship,
Full Five-Year Warranty on Sealed
Refrigeration System
Forfive yearsfrom the date of purchase, when this refrigerator
is operated and maintained according to the instructions
provided in this Owner's Guide, Sears wilt repair the sealed
system (consisting of refrigerant, connecting tubing, and
compressor motor), free of charge, if defective in material or
workmanship
The above warranty coverage applies only to refrigerators
which are used for storage of food for private household
purposes Excludes original and replacement l<enmore Ice &
Water filter carbidges (if equipped with the filter system)
Original and replacement cartridges are warra nted for 30 days
(parts only),
Warranty service is available by contacting the NEAREST
SEARSSERVICECENTER/DEPARTMENTin the United States
or call 1-800-4-REPAIR
For parts, ca!l 1-800-FON-PART.
Thiswarranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may have
other' rights which vary from state to state
SEARS, ROEBUCK and CO.
3333 Beverly Road
Hoffman Estates, IL 60179
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Registracibn del n_mero de modelo y de serie Portada
Instrucciones importantes de seguridad ...................... 2
Para comenzar ............................................................... 3
Sugerencias para ahorro de energia ............................ 4
Ajuste del control de la temperatura ........................... 4
Almacenamiento de alimentos frescos ........................ 5
Distribuidor autom_tico de hielo y agua ................. 6-9
Cuidado y limpieza ................................................ 10-11
Para sacar las manijas y las puertas ........................... 12
Lista de control de averias .................................... 13-16
Sonidos normales del funcionamiento ....................... 16
Servicio Sears ............................................................... 17
Garantia dei refrigerador ........................................... 18
Lea y guarde estas instrucdoneSbr ee, func,onam,ento de este modelo Sedebe usar el refr, erador
Este ManuaTdel Usuario contiene instrucciones esped icas s '"'g de
acuerdo con las instrucciones contenidas en este Manual de] Usuario Las instrucciones que contiene este Manual del Usuario no
cubren todas las condiciones y situaciones posibles que pudieran ocurrir Siempre se debe usar el sentido comon y la precauciOn al
instalar, poner en funcionamiento y mantener cualquier aparato domestico
Registre el n_mero de modelo y el n_mero de serie
Registre el N° de Modelo y el N° de Serie en el espacio debajo La placa del numero de serie se encuentra en la pared izquierda del
reffigerador
N°de modeto:
N° de serie:
Fecha de compra:
uJu[i IHL
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, HL60179 U.S.A.
P/N 218778000 (970l)

Instrucciones
importantes de
seguridad
_Evite los riesgos de
incendias o choques el_ctricos No useun
cord6n de extensi6n o un adaptador para
el tomacorriente No saque ninguna
espigadetenchufe del cord6n el_ctrico
Tomacorriente
3espigas_
Lea todas las instrucciones antes de usar este refrigerador.
Para su seguridad
No almacene o Usegasolina u otros liquidoso vapores infiamables en la
proximidad de este o cualquier otto artefacto Lea Ias etiquetas de los
productos para informarsesobre lainflamabitidad y otras advertencias
Seguridad de los nifios
• Destruya la caja de cart6n, las bolsas de pl_stico y cualquier material de
empaque exterior inmediatamente despu_s de que el refrigerador sea
desempacado. Losnifios no deben usar estos articutos para jugar_ Lascajas
de cart6n cubiertas con alfombras, cotchaso pedazos de pl_stico pueden
convertirse en c_maras sin aire y causar asfixia
=Saque todas iasgrapas de la caja de cart6n Lasgrapas pueden causar cortes
gravesydafiar tosacabados sitienen contacto con otros artefactos o muebies,
°Unanevera,reffigerador o congelador que est_nratios yhayansido descartados,
esuna atracci6n muy pel[grosa para losnifios Saque la puerta de cualquier
artefacto que no estd en uso, a_in si estd siendo descartado.
o Cuidadosamente leaysigatodas tasprecauciones de seguridad para nifios en
el fofteto que se adjunta con su nuevo refrigerador.= Este folleto to pubiica la
Asociaci6n de Fabricantesde Artefactos Dom_sticos
!r_'i'_'_='_;=''_=r'l tnformacibn el_ctrica
Esta$ advertencias deben ser seguidas para asegurarse de que los
mecanismos de seguridad de este refrigerador funcionen correctamente.
• El refrigerador debe ser enchufado en su propio tomacorriente de
115 vottios, 60 Hz, CA solamente_ El cord6n el_actricodel artefacto est_
equipado con un enchufe de puesta a tierra de tres clavijas para protecci6n
contra riesgosde choques e]_c_ricos,Debe set enchufado directamente en un
tomacorfiente de tres tomas debidamente puesto a tierra, Eltomacorriente
debe ser instalado de acuerdo con el C6digo El_ctrico Nacional y losc6digos
y reglamentos locales Consulte a un electricista calificado, NO USE UN
CORDON DEEXTENSION O UN ADAPTADOR PARA ELTOMACORRIENTE.
•Siel voltaje varta en 10pot ciento om_s,el rendimiento del _effige[ador puede
verse afectado.. Sise hacefunciona_ el congetador con insuficiente energfa se
puede da£_arel motor Tal dafio no est_ cubier¢o por la garantta Si usted
sospecha que el voltaie de su hogar esalto o bajo, consulte a su compafila de
electricidad para que Io comprueben
°Paraevitar que el refrigerador seaapagado accidentalmente no Io enchufe en
un tomacorriente controlado pot un interruptor mural o una cuerda
• No doble, anude o apriete el cord6n el_ctrico de ninguna manera
Otras precauciones
Nunca desenchufe el reffigerador tirando de]cord6n el_ctrico. Siempre sujete
el enchufe firmemente y tire derecho hacia afuera del tomacorriente
-Para evitar choque el_ctfico, desenchufe el reffigerador antes de la limpieza
o descongelaci6n Nota: Sigira el control a la posici6n OFF el compresor se
apaga, pero no sedesconecta ta energia a losotros componentes el_ctricos
No haga funcionar el refrigerador en la presencia de vapores explosivos.
• Sisureffigeradortiene una m_quina autom&tica de hacer hieto, evite contacto
con tas piezas m6viles..